Qoheleth's Wisdom: The Poetics and Philosophy of Ecclesiastes

Discovering the Balance between Skepticism and Devotion in Biblical Wisdom

Esra ben Josua (Autor)

Buch | Softcover

256 Seiten

2024
tredition (Verlag)
978-3-384-42619-2 (ISBN)

Infos

Delve into the profound world of biblical wisdom with Qoheleth's Wisdom: The Poetics and Philosophy of Ecclesiastes. In this remarkable work, Esra ben Josua combines philosophical depth with poetic artistry, offering fresh perspectives on one of the most enigmatic books of the Hebrew Bible.Blending historical context, literary analysis, and theological reflection, the author unravels the timeless questions posed by Ecclesiastes: What gives life meaning? How can one find joy amidst life's transience? And what role does wisdom play in the pursuit of fulfillment?Explore how the universal themes of Ecclesiastes-mortality, the limits of human understanding, and the quest for divine order-continue to inspire and challenge readers today. This book invites you to rediscover the poetic beauty and philosophical richness of Ecclesiastes, engaging in a dialogue with its timeless insights.An essential companion for theologians, philosophers, and anyone seeking to journey into the depths of biblical wisdom.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 18.11.2024
• Verlagsort: Dietikon
• Sprache: englisch
• Maße: 148 x 210 mm
• Gewicht: 374 g
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie ► Judentum
• Schlagworte: Biblical poetry • biblical wisdom • ecclesiastes • Hellenistic influence • Jewish Tradition • Mortality and meaning • Old Testament Studies • Qoheleth • Wisdom Literature
• ISBN-10: 3-384-42619-3 / 3384426193
• ISBN-13: 978-3-384-42619-2 / 9783384426192
• Zustand: Neuware